In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, host Dr. Riley Kirk sits down with Elizabeth Sage who is a certified Ganjier- which is essentially the weed equivalent to a sommelier in the wine world. In this conversation, Riley and Elizabeth delve into the intricate process of evaluating cannabis, discussing various…
In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, host Dr. Riley Kirk dives deep into groundbreaking cannabis science with world-renowned molecular biologist Dr. Ali Bektaş. Dr. Bektaş has an impressive background in plant biology, microbes, and agriculture, specializing in affordable and distributed systems for detecting nucleic acids in agricultural environments. He…
On this episode of Bioactive, Dr. Riley Kirk sits down with Megan Mbengue, RN, MS, owner of The Trusted Cannabis Nurse, to discuss her groundbreaking study on the use of suppositories for menstrual pain relief. Megan’s study involved 103 participants who compared two menstrual cycles: one without suppositories and one…
🌱 In this episode of Bioactive, host Dr. Riley Kirk dives into her favorite cannabis research publications from 2024, sharing groundbreaking insights that advanced our understanding of this incredible plant. 📖 Exciting News! Dr. Kirk's upcoming book, Reefer Wellness: Understanding Cannabis as Medicine, is AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER now! 👉 Order…
Ken Behr: From Dyslexia to Drug Smuggling and the DEA | A Journey Through Cannabis Culture and the Justice System In this riveting interview, Ken Behr shares his incredible transformation from a dyslexic child struggling in school to a successful writer and former drug smuggler. Ken delves into his early…
Lit and Legit: Breaking the Stigma Surrounding Women in Media and Cannabis Use Host Riley Kirk interviews Sarah Burke, the founder of Women in Media Network and her new producer! They explore the intersection of cannabis, science, media, and the evolving perception of cannabis in society, especially as it pertains…
Pioneers in Cannabis Science | Dr. Miyabe Shields & Dr. Riley Kirk Discuss Research, MJBizCon, and More Description: Join Dr. Miyabe Shields and Dr. Riley Kirk, co-founders of The Network of Applied Pharmacognosy (NAP), as they dive into the latest in cannabis science and natural product research! 🚀 In this…
🌱 The Science and Magic of Sungrown Cannabis | Bioactive Podcast 🌱 Join Dr. Riley Kirk and an inspiring panel of experts — Tina Gordon, Lindsay MaHarry, Colleen King, and Christina Wong — as they dive deep into the unique qualities of sungrown cannabis! Recorded after their 2024 Emerald Cup…
How Consumption Methods Affect Cannabis Chemistry | Dr. Riley Kirk | Bioactive Podcast In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, Dr. Riley Kirk breaks down how cannabis consumption methods—whether smoking, vaping, or edibles—can impact the chemistry and effects you experience. We often focus on strain-specific effects to curate our cannabis…
Understanding Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) | Bioactive Podcast with Dr. Riley Kirk, Dr. Codi Peterson, & Megan Mbengue In this episode of the Bioactive Podcast, we uncover the complexities of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)—a paradoxical condition where chronic cannabis use can trigger severe nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Despite cannabis…
In this video, Riley interviews Jini Glaros, the Chief Science Officer (CSO) at Modern Canna, about groundbreaking research on the relationship between water activity and moisture content in cannabis. Whether you're part of an MSO, a home grower, or just passionate about cannabis science, understanding how these factors influence product…
In this podcast clip Dr. Riley Kirk and Jini Glaros explain why we need more reserach on delta 8 products (and the other synthetically produced THC isomers). Unfortunately people often do not know these are synthetically made and consumers deserve more transparency in their products. Full podcast episode with Jini…
